RailRoad GBR Class 800 Intermediate MS Coach 4

RailRoad GBR Class 800 Intermediate MS Coach 4

Details

Bring the future of British intercity rail to your OO Scale layout with this striking Class 800 Azuma Motor Standard Coach, finished in the anticipated Great British Railways (GBR) red, white, and blue livery. Built using the proven Railroad Class 800 tooling, this model offers a robust and highly recognisable representation of modern high-speed rail travel, making it an ideal addition to contemporary and future-focused model railway scenes.

Designed to integrate seamlessly with the R30561 Class 800 train pack, this coach allows modellers to expand their formation into a complete five-car Azuma set, with additional matching coaches available separately. Its sleek profile and bold branding make it an instant focal point on any OO Scale layout.

Features:

• 1:76 Scale Model
• This model is decorated in GBR company markings
• Best suited to 438mm radius curves
• Railroad specification OO Scale Class 800 Motor Standard Coach
• Durable bodyshell designed for reliable everyday running
• Detailed moulded bogies for realistic underframe appearance
• Compatible with R30561 Class 800 train pack and R40570/R40571 individual coaches
• Accurate representation of proposed Great British Railways livery
• Designed for building full 5-car Class 800 formations

Historical Background

The Class 800 forms part of the Hitachi AT300 family of bi-mode and electric multiple units, designed to deliver fast, efficient intercity services across the UK. These trains initially entered service as part of the Intercity Express Programme, replacing older high-speed stock on routes operated by Great Western Railway and later introduced on the East Coast Main Line.

This model represents a Motor Composite coach, one of the five vehicles that make up a complete Class 800 bi-mode set. The design reflects the flexible internal layout of composite accommodation, combining different passenger classes within a single vehicle to maximise operational efficiency.

In the mid-2020s, trains from the AT300 family, including both Class 800 bi-mode and Class 801 electric units, are expected to adopt the new Great British Railways branding, featuring a bold red, white, and blue scheme inspired by elements of the Union Flag. This model captures that forward-looking vision, making it a standout piece for modellers depicting the next era of UK rail transport.